Comfortable with Uncertainty

Comfortable with Uncertainty
Author: Pema Chödrön
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
Total Pages: 255
Release: 2008
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 1590305558

Tibetan Buddhist nun Pema Chodron offers short, stand-alone readings designed to help readers cultivate compassion and awareness amid the challenges of daily living.

Arriving at Your Own Door

Arriving at Your Own Door
Author: Jon Kabat-Zinn
Publisher: Hachette Books
Total Pages: 139
Release: 2013-02-05
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 1401305733

Mindfulness opens us up to the possibility of being fully human as we are, and of expressing the humane in our way of being. Mindlessness de facto closes us up and denies us the fullness of our being alive. This book may on the surface appear to be merely another offering in the genre of daily readings. But deep within these 108 selections lie messages of profound wisdom in a contemporary and practical form that can lead to both healing and transformation. We so urgently need to rotate in consciousness in order to safeguard what precious sanity is available to us on this planet. How we carry ourselves will determine the direction the world takes because, in a very real way, we are the world we inhabit. Our world is continuously being shaped by our participation in everything around us and within us through mindfulness. This is the great work of awareness. Welcome to the threshold . . . to the fullness of arriving at your own door!

108 Teachings

108 Teachings
Author: Keiko Aikawa
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2020-10-19
Genre: Meditation
ISBN: 9781581771800

"These 108 teachings are a meditative introduction to the Himalayan Siddha tradition, communicating "true messages from the universe." They are conveyed in the form of a Siddha diksha mantra, which is intended to protect and transform its readers"--

Taking the Leap

Taking the Leap
Author: Pema Chodron
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
Total Pages: 97
Release: 2010
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 1590308433

Discusses the Buddhist concept of shenpa in order to describe how to become free from the destructive energy experienced during moments of conflict.

The Pocket Pema Chödrön

The Pocket Pema Chödrön
Author: Pema Chodron
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2017-08-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1611804426

A collection of short inspirational readings by "one of the world's wisest women"--O, the Oprah Magazine. Pema Chödrön, beloved Buddhist nun and best-selling author, offers this treasury of 108 short selections from her more than four decades of study and writings. Here she presents teachings on breaking free of destructive patterns; developing patience, kindness, and joy amid our everyday struggles; becoming fearless; and unlocking our natural warmth, intelligence, and goodness. Designed for on-the-go inspiration, this is a perfect guide to Buddhist principles and the foundations of meditation and mindfulness. This book is part of the Shambhala Pocket Library series. The Shambhala Pocket Library is a collection of short, portable teachings from notable figures across religious traditions and classic texts. The covers in this series are rendered by Colorado artist Robert Spellman. The books in this collection distill the wisdom and heart of the work Shambhala Publications has published over 50 years into a compact format that is collectible, reader-friendly, and applicable to everyday life.

Living Beautifully

Living Beautifully
Author: Pema Chödrön
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
Total Pages: 145
Release: 2019-05-21
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1611806801

Instant bestseller: Buddhist teacher Pema Chödrön shares life-changing practices for living with wisdom, confidence, and integrity amidst confusing situations and uncertain times We live in difficult times. Life so often seems like a turbulent river threatening to drown us and destroy our world. Why, then, shouldn’t we cling to the certainty of the comfortable—to our deep-seated habits and familiar ways? Because, Pema Chödrön teaches, that kind of fear-based clinging keeps us from the infinitely more powerful experience of being fully alive. The Buddhist teachings she presents here—known as the “Three Commitments”—provide a treasure trove of wisdom for learning to step right into the unknown, to completely and fearlessly embrace the groundlessness of being human, for people of all faiths. When we do, we begin to see not only how much better it feels to live an openhearted life, but we find that we begin to naturally and more effectively reach out to help and heal all those around us.

Bringing Meditation to Life

Bringing Meditation to Life
Author: Claude Anshin Thomas
Publisher: Oakwood Publications
Total Pages: 244
Release: 2021-02-10
Genre:
ISBN: 9781736293409

"Meditation is not just something we do on the cushion, it's a way of living." Zen teacher Claude AnShin Thomas shares his experiences and insights into how Zen teachings and practice can move off the meditation cushion and into everything we do, transforming all aspects of our lives. Bringing Meditation to Life features 108 pithy and potent teachings for inspiration and contemplation, drawn from Claude AnShin's public talks and previous writings. Interspersed throughout the book are some of the author's favorite quotes from Zen literature.

Secret Teachings of a Comic Book Master

Secret Teachings of a Comic Book Master
Author: Heidi MacDonald
Publisher: Courier Dover Publications
Total Pages: 81
Release: 2015-09-01
Genre: Art
ISBN: 0486808114

"Alfredo Alcala is one of the most disciplined and perceptive artists inking in comics. The years of distinguished work have earned Alfredo a special place in comics history." — Gil Kane. In the late 1960s, an extremely talented group of Filipino illustrators took the American comic book industry by storm — and the late Alfredo Alcala led the way, working for both Marvel and DC on such popular characters as Conan the Barbarian and Batman. This unique work is loaded with amazing art and pointers on observational methods, composition, and other techniques. In addition to insightful interviews with Alcala, the book features pages from his groundbreaking masterwork, Voltar, which was hailed as a new concept in comic book form, an epic in narrative art, and a milestone in sequential art illustration. Students, professionals, teachers, and fans will treasure this inspiring volume and its insider's look at comic book artistry. "A wonderful look at the thought process of one of the best artist/inkers in comic book history and should be read, not just by comic book fans, but by anyone who appreciates great art." — Rushford Public Library

Holistic Spaces

Holistic Spaces
Author: Anjie Cho
Publisher: Ryland Peters & Small
Total Pages: 399
Release: 2018-12-06
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 1782497730

Transform your home into a calm, balanced and harmonious oasis using architect Anjie Cho's helpful advice, drawing on her background in green design and feng shui. You don't have to get rid of all your possessions and become an ascetic to change your space and discover the benefits that living in a considered, organic way can bring. The easy suggestions in Holistic Spaces show you how to implement the principles of feng shui and green design in your home. Written for the way we live today, as we move toward a more mindful approach to health, diet and the way that we choose the objects in our homes, this is the perfect guide to help you to clear and refresh your living environment. Learn how to make every room in your home serve its highest purpose, create eco-friendly spaces, bring nature indoors, choose colours for maximum impact, select a space for meditation practice, and overall, create a peaceful and organic home. From the bedroom to the home office, these intuitive, straightforward tips will teach you to how improve your spaces to boost the flow of energy through your life.

When Things Fall Apart

When Things Fall Apart
Author: Pema Chödrön
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
Total Pages: 212
Release: 2005
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0007183518

How to deal with painful emotions.